Consider This from NPR Haiti's Unraveling: How A Mysterious Assassination Fanned Violent Unrest
Jul 22, 2021
The podcast dives into the chaos erupting in Haiti after President Jovenel Moïse's assassination. Personal stories highlight the rise of gang violence, forcing families to flee their homes. It discusses the power vacuum left behind and Interim Prime Minister Ariel Henry’s attempts to stabilize the government amid unrest. Historical insights reveal deep-rooted issues tied to colonialism and foreign influence, while the emotional aftermath resonates with families grappling with trauma and loss, igniting demands for justice.
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Fleeing Violence in Martissant
- Marie-Bernet Bonet, a 73-year-old resident of Port-au-Prince, fled her home due to escalating gang violence.
- Gang members looted, shot, and terrorized the neighborhood while police were absent.
Moïse's Role in Gang Violence
- Critics argue that former President Moïse's inaction allowed gangs to thrive in Port-au-Prince.
- The judicial system collapsed under his leadership, with courts closing and charges going unfiled.
Arrests Made in Moïse Assassination
- Haitian officials have arrested several individuals, including Haitian Americans and Colombians.
- Two U.S.-based security firms and a Haitian doctor based in Florida are implicated.